Business English from All Ears English BE 489: What’s Your Typical Schedule? How to Connect Over Work Hours in English
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Nov 11, 2025 Explore the nuances of coordinating meetings across various time zones. Discover polite language for scheduling and how to ask about work routines casually. The hosts highlight the importance of specifying time frames and including both time zones in invites. Learn strategies to save time with recurring meetings and flexible options. They even role-play a scheduling call to demonstrate effective communication. Wrap up with insights on how work hours impact personal lives!
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Ask Specific, Time-Bounded Scheduling Questions
- Start scheduling by asking specific, time-bounded questions like "When will you be free next week for a quick meeting?".
- Be specific about urgency to avoid long email chains and wasted time.
Fixed Recording Day Ended Years Of Emails
- Lindsay McMahon and Michelle finally fixed their recording day after years of emailing back and forth.
- They now record Wednesdays at 8am and save time by avoiding scheduling emails.
Use Recurring Meetings To Save Time
- Set recurring meetings when possible to eliminate repeated scheduling back-and-forth.
- Ask "Could we set a recurring meeting? Is there a time you're free every week?" to lock it in.